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Ag and Trade sales growth shows no sign of slowing

Initially established as a farming business 20 years ago, ‘Farm and General’ primarily catered to the needs of the extensive farming community throughout Esperance, located 700 kilometers south-east of Perth. But it was not long before the owners saw a new niche...

Insulation demand heightens as energy prices soar

A combination of government financial stimulus packages along with low-interest rates have not only escalated new housing starts and renovations throughout the pandemic but significantly increased the demand for insulation products in Australia and around the...

Managing condensation – an insulation and ventilation issue

Condensation continues to be an increasing problem in homes and can often cause mould growth which leads to damp, rotting walls and window frames, while also destroying furniture and personal items. In response to this on-going problem the National Construction...

Fruit and veg segments gain momentum as produce prices soar

As the price of iceberg lettuces skyrocket to over $12 per head and many other produce prices begin to follow suit, Australian consumers are now looking for the best way to cut grocery bills and save money by making the most of their back-yards. The soaring prices...

Mitre 10 members embrace new brand direction

Mitre 10’s cheeky new ‘the other hardware store’ campaign has not only reminded customers that there is an alternative hardware brand in the market, but has also instigated plenty of conversation within the industry. While everyone is having a giggle over the new...

TIMBER UPDATE JULY 2022

3.2 million seeds to revive NSW bushfire zone Image source: Forestry NSW The Forestry Corporation of New South Wales has begun its record 2022 replanting program, with 3.2 million seedlings set to be replanted into 2,950 hectares of Bombala pine plantations,...

Mitre 10 Mt Wellington opens inspirational garden centre

While most of New Zealand’s hardware stores struggled just to keep up with online orders and drive through pick-ups throughout COVID lockdowns, Mitre 10 MEGA Mt Wellington (Auckland) spent its lockdown time wisely. Business: Mitre 10 MEGA Mt WellingtonMember...

Rudd Industrial – W.A.’s ‘go-to’ for industrial supplies

Rudd Industrial is unlike most independents in that it has developed into an expansive, ‘go-to’ B2B supplier servicing businesses throughout the Western Australia engineering and mining sectors, with the majority of its sales channelled through its extensive...

TIMBER UPDATE JUNE 2022

Timberlink unveils new technology at Bell Bay Federal Member for Bass, Bridget Archer recently visited Timberlink’s manufacturing facility at Bell Bay for the unveiling of a new world-class Green Mill Vision Scanning System. Timberlink’s Site Manufacturing...

Trading tools in a tumultuous market

CSS (Construction Supply Specialists) continues to experience strong demand under easing COVID constraints due to healthy activity within the building and construction industries. Hand, power and trade tools remain popular off the back of this strong demand....

Fasteners market faces highs and lows

For every bit of ‘good news’ about the building sector’s post-pandemic recovery, there seems to be an equal and opposite force undoing all the good work! John Power investigates the highs and lows of the fasteners market as we negotiate our way through 2022 and...

Adhesives, sealants and fillers market pivots as prices rise

Silicone shortages turned the adhesives, sealants and fillers market on its head last year and saw prices rise to unprecedented levels. Now that prices have steadied and suppliers have had a chance to catch their breath, many have since implemented innovative...